Orange Jelly Molded In Layers With Fruit Recipe

Ingredients for Orange Jelly Molded In Layers With Fruit Recipe

• 1 1/2 tablespoons granulated gelatin
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 cup boiling water
• 2/3 cup sugar
• 1 cup orange juice
• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• 1 sliced banana
• 1 cup strawberries, sliced and cut in fancy shapes
• 4 marshmallows cut in strips
• Several pistachio nuts, blanched and halved
• Large strawberries and whipped cream for garnish

Instructions

1. Soak gelatin for 5 minutes in cold water.
2. Dissolve in boiling water and strain. Add to mixture of sugar, orange juice, and lemon juice.
3. Put a thin layer in a fancy mold and place in refrigerator. When firm, decorate with a few pieces from banana, strawberries, marshmallows, and pistachio nuts.
4. Put more jelly over the decorations and let stand in refrigerator until firm.
5. Beat 1/4 of the jelly until very light and put in the mold.
6. Cut remaining fruit and marshmallow in small pieces and add to remaining jelly by gently placing on the sponge.
7. Chill, turn out on large glass serving dish, and garnish with large strawberries and Whipped cream.